About Gladys
Gladys Lopez is a licensed professional counselor (LPCC) in California with 10 years of clinical experience. She focuses on practical ways to reduce stress and anxiety and on building stronger self-esteem. Gladys works in both English and Spanish and speaks plainly so clients can follow along.
She helps people who are facing relationship strain, career challenges, and big life changes. Sessions often focus on clearer communication, handling guilt or shame, and regaining motivation after setbacks.
How Gladys works
Gladys aims to make goals simple and achievable so progress feels realistic. Her approach is respectful and compassionate. She listens first, then tailors conversations and strategies to match each person's needs.
Treatment plans are adjusted over time as clients try things and report back on what helps. Gladys also supports people dealing with divorce and separation issues, workplace stress, and concerns common to young adults. She offers straightforward tools to improve self-love and set boundaries at work and home.
Starting therapy is framed as a step that takes courage. Gladys emphasizes small, steady changes and practical skills clients can use between sessions. Her aim is to help clients feel more capable and to regain a sense of direction.
What Gladys works with
The areas below are the ones Gladys selected when setting up a profile. The first few are listed as the main focus; the rest are also named.
- Stress, Anxiety
- Relationship issues
- Self esteem
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Training and background
| Register | LPCC |
|---|---|
| Years in practice | 10 |
| Languages | English, Spanish |
| Session format | Online: video, phone, live chat or messaging |
| Country | California |
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Online support options
Evidence-based techniques in online therapy
Gladys uses evidence-based therapeutic techniques that focus on clear skills and real-life practice. One common approach she applies teaches concrete coping skills for stress and anxiety, like breathing strategies and step-by-step problem solving to reduce overwhelm. These methods help when anxiety feels unmanageable or daily tasks pile up.Another focus is on improving communication and self-esteem. This involves practicing ways to express needs, set boundaries, and reframe negative self-talk. These techniques are useful for handling workplace issues, relationship strain, and feelings of guilt or shame.
Choosing the right approach is a collaborative process. Gladys will discuss different methods and tailor the plan to a person's goals, needs, and preferences. Together the therapist and client track what works and adjust strategies as progress is made.
Online sessions are offered by video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging to fit varied schedules. Video allows face-to-face conversation, phone can be easier when less bandwidth is available, live chat and messaging work for shorter check-ins or when typing feels more comfortable. These options make it simpler to keep continuity of care while balancing work, school, or family commitments.
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